F1's Miami GP brought forward amid storm threat
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- F1 moved the Miami GP start from 4 p.m. ET to 1 p.m. ET, a three‑hour advance, to dodge forecasted thunderstorms.
- FIA and the Miami promoter approved the change Saturday night, prioritising driver, fan and staff safety.
- Miami Grand Prix is 57 laps long, constrained by the two‑hour maximum active run time, making the earlier start crucial.
- Florida enforces a 30‑minute pause after lightning, which could further delay the race if storms persist.
- F1 cars with new battery‑harvesting technology will contend with their first wet‑weather race under the revised schedule.
Why it matters: F1 and the Miami promoter preserve the 57‑lap race, protecting TV ad revenue and sponsor exposure, while fans lose the original 4 p.m. start; the earlier slot reduces lightning‑delay risk and keeps the event within the 2‑hour limit.
